Appeal for Office Medical Space is Up

Is the need for medical office space recession proof? David Scherer, vice president of Grubb & Ellis thinks so because people will always need to go to the doctor whether or not the economy is in a recession. An article by Tony Illia, "Medical-space demand strong in weak office market" from the Las Vegas Business Press, explains how even in the poor economy office medical space is still needed. This is a great article for both investors and physicians interested in medical office real estate.

Health Reform and Medical Office Investors

Now that health care reform laws have been passed, more and more people will be insured. Of course, this will lead to more people going to see physicians, and is believed to ultimately lead to more medical office space having to be built. Denise Kalette from National Real Estate Investor wrote an article, "Medical Office Investors Mobilize as Health Reform Becomes Law, explains how one investing company, National Standard Finance, is choosing to invest in medical real estate.

Maybe it's Time to Invest in Medical Real Estate

This article, featured in General Surgery News, discusses the raising trend amongst physicians of investing in medical office buildings. Today, many physicians are merging with larger practices to reap the economic benefits of being an investor, and guarantee stabilization of their practice. The article offers questions physicians should consider if they are interested in investing in medical office space, and how to measure the value of this type of investment.

Should you be selling your medical office space?

If you have been wondering when a good time to sell medical office space then you may be in luck because it’s possible the time is now. An article from amednews.com, “Medical office buildings: Time to sell?” by Victoria Stagg Elliott has key insights on why now might be the time to sell your medical office space. One important topic she discusses is what type of space is most appealing currently. If this article sounds interesting to your current situation, take a look at it here.

Another Fresh Look at Leasing vs. Purchasing Medical Office Space

As seen in the last blog, there are many benefits to both leasing and purchasing medical office space, but the research hasn’t stopped there. Join Christine Miller from M.D. News as she digs deep exploring different positives and negatives of leasing and purchasing medical office space. Read her article here to see which option may benefit you the most.

To Rent or To Purchase: Some Advice to Consider

To rent or to purchase. That is the question facing physicians, doctors, and other health care professionals. Initial costs and potential for growth must both be considered. Naturally, the most important factor in purchasing or leasing medical real estate is what you can afford. Read here for more information on Planning a New Medical Office, including how to best deal with a broker that best suits your unique situation.

MedScape Today: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/554115_2

New to Medical Real Estate?

A new physician or doctor entering an established practice has a lot to consider when it comes to real estate. Helping to make the process of leasing, partnering, and/or buying medical real estate is Jeffrey B. Sansweet, Esq of the Physicians News Digest:

"Buying in to medical practice real estate"

Medical Office? Lease Now!

Thinking about leasing a medical office? Victoria Elliott from American Medical News says now is the time to act. Due to the real estate downturn, many tenants are finding that less competition and more space means lower rates. If you currently rent, now may also be the time to renegotiate the terms of your lease. Plus, if you play your cards right, a few luxuries and perks might get thrown in.

Those of you with an eyebrow raised might be wondering what led the current climate of the medical real estate market. Skeptics need not worry, because the issue is fairly clear-cut: before the downturn, there was an abundance of real estate developed; now, rents are down and vacancies are up. This type of market means that owners of medical real estate may have to get creative to keep old tenants are lure new ones. Many landlords are offering incentives such as a few free months or golf club memberships. These perks avoid devaluation of the real estate and show the tenant that their business is important.

What does the future hold for the medical real estate market? Predictions are that the average price will continue to go down, at least in the immediate future. While 10.1 million square feet of medical office space are set to be completed by the end of 2009, that number should reduce by about 3 million in 2010.

American Hospital Review http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2009/12/14/bil21214.htm

Leasing Medical Office Space

Increasingly, medical professionals and investors are finding that leasing office space can be mutually beneficial. First, by opting out of ownership of the property, the physicians and staff are able to receive substantial captial in exchange. This money can be used for growth or improvements, while also paying off tenant fees. Second, the medical staff can choose to retain or forgo responsibilities such as utilities and maintenance, depending upon the type of lease. As for the investor, medical real estate presents a unique opportunity, as the healthcare sector remains largely immune to trying economic times. Hospital Review Magazine addresses the benefits and potential risks of such a scenario in an article entitled "Investing in Medical Office Net Lease Properties":

• Leases are tax deductible.
• Not tying up your cash and keeping more liquidity.
• Off balance sheet financing.
• Lower risk

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